A glimpse into our auction wine pickup at Fine Wine Reserve!
Today, some of our Grapes for Humanity winning bidders collected their auction lots.
Every bottle represents more than a winning bid. It reflects the donors who gave, the bidders who showed up, and the community of partners who help make this auction possible.
Our sincere thanks to Fine Wine Reserve for their care, hospitality, and to Waddington’s who helped make this year’s auction such a meaningful success.
From cellar to cause, every bottle tells a story.
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In the upcoming"Major Spring Auction: Inuit Art" at Waddington's Auctioneers and Appraisers (May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM - May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT)
"Bear in Tuxedo" by Floyd Kuptana, 2002, is listed.
Materials: stone, steel
Details: signed in Roman; dated
Dimensions: 11.5 x 6.25 x 2.75 in — 29.2 x 15.9 x 7 cm
Provenance: Private Collection, Alberta
Of course we can not escape a comparison with the very well known version, an almost abstract version, the "Ballroom dancer, 2003".(Sold via First Arts)
And -as Floyd returned to certain themes regularly- I managed to find another version "New Years Eve Bear, 2003".(Also sold via Waddingtons)
It is nice to see the evolution of the sculpture.
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Check out more of his art at "Floyd Kuptana : From Another World"
https://floydkuptana.ca
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$604,105 raised!
Our heartfelt thanks to our incredible patrons, donors, bidders, and partners who made our 6th annual Grapes for Humanity Fine Wine Auction such a meaningful success.
We are deeply grateful to Waddington’s, Fine Wine Reserve, and our entire community for helping bring this auction to life.
Your generosity supports Tree Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada, Ontario Conservation Accelerator, and other charitable initiatives that reflect our commitment to people, community, and the planet.
Thank you for believing in this work.
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Lots start to close at 6:00pm eastern standard time, our team is standing by to answer your questions, type them in the comments and we will reply right away! And remember no buyers premium and no tax! #grapesforhumanity #wineauction #charity #drinkwithpurpose #finewine
Cuvée from the Heart brings together twelve collaborative wines made by Ontario winemakers in support of climate action – and Thomas helped shape two of this year’s cuvées.
If you are browsing the auction, we hope you will take a closer look at these wines – whether in the mixed cases (Lots 330 to 377) or the individual cases (Chardonnay: Lots 392 to 398, Pinot Noir: Lots 413 to 419).
Link in our Linktree.
What a beautiful afternoon!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the celebration of our 6th annual Grapes for Humanity auction.
We are so grateful to our incredible auction partners, Waddington’s and Fine Wine Reserve, our valued beneficiaries — Tree Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada, and Ontario Conservation Accelerator — and the remarkable Ontario winemakers behind Cuvée from the Heart who helped make the gathering so special.
The energy was warm, the wines were exceptional, and the spirit of community was felt throughout the room. We are also deeply thankful for the generous donations made to Daily Bread Food Bank.
A gentle reminder that our 6th annual auction will begin to close at 6:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, April 22.
Please help spread the word and support this important work.
Photo credit: @traceybielphoto
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The 6th annual Grapes for Humanity Fine Wine auction is now live! Lots will start to close at 6:00pm April 22, 2026 No Buyers Premium and No Tax! You pay the hammer price only!! 3500+ bottles of fine wine and spirits, 32 incredible Dream lots, our exclusive Cuvée from the heart microlot project! Get some amazing deals and help the environment and other worthy causes. #grapesforhumanity #wineauction #charity #drinkwithpurpose #finewine link in bio to register
Click the link in bio to preview the auction lots and register to bid.
➡️Registration is required to place a bid.⬅️
From fine wine and dream lots to unforgettable dinners and a VIP RUSH concert experience, this is a sale collectors and experience-seekers will not want to miss.
Online Auction - April 16–22, 2026
833 lots.
One online charity fine wine auction.
No buyer’s premium.
No tax.
Bid in CDN $.
This auction is made possible through the support of our partners, Waddington’s and Fine Wine Reserve.
All in support of Tree Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada, Ontario Conservation Accelerator, and a selection of local and global charities united by a shared commitment to people, community, and the planet.
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We are proud to take part in the 6th Annual Grapes for Humanity Charity Fine Wine Auction, presented with support from Waddington’s. This year's auction is April 16 - 22, 2026.
Within the larger auction, Cuvée from the Heart stands as one of its most distinctive features – twelve collaborative wines created by Ontario winemakers, rising talent, and students in support of climate action.
Thomas helped shape two of this year’s cuvées: the 2024 Niagara Chardonnay with Marlize Beyers and Phillip Brown, and the 2024 Niagara Pinot Noir with Ilya Senchuk and Matt Smith.
Before bidding opens, we encourage you to review the catalogue and register online through Waddington’s to be eligible to bid.
Links are in our LinkTree.
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Cuvée from the Heart captures what Grapes for Humanity does best: bringing people together with purpose, generosity, and a genuine love of wine.
Cuvée from the Heart — Vintage #6
For those discovering it for the first time, Cuvée from the Heart is a collection of 12 extraordinary wines, each crafted collaboratively by teams of Ontario’s most respected winemakers, rising stars, and students. With only 144 bottles of each cuvée produced, these wines are available exclusively through the Grapes for Humanity Fine Wine Auction.
Each unique blend represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship and creativity—among the most exciting and expressive wines being made in Ontario today.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a complete mixed case featuring all 12 wines, or to secure multiple bottles of a personal favourite.
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Partner Spotlight!
We could not bring this virtual auction to life without the care, expertise, and longstanding partnership of Waddington’s. Their continued support of our charity fine wine auction, year after year, has meant so much to us. We are deeply grateful for their belief in our mission and for the important role they play in helping make this event possible.
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Lot 12 - AN UNFORGETTABLE, ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME BACKSTAGE EVENING IN TORONTO FOR TWO
Rush “Limelight VIP Experience” – Backstage Access & Meet Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson
Step into the inner circle of rock history with the Limelight VIP Package—an extraordinary backstage experience for two at the sold-out August 13 Toronto concert from legendary Canadian rock band Rush. This exclusive package has been generously donated by Geddy Lee, longtime bassist, vocalist, and proud board member of Grapes for Humanity. Rush fans, you don’t want to miss this opportunity!
Click link in bio for full details.
Our 6th Annual Fine Wine Auction is proudly presented in partnership with Waddington’s Auctioneers & Appraisers and Fine Wine Reserve.
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